On July 29, 2011, Wang Guoqiang, Special Envoy of the Chinese Government and Vice Minister of Health attended the joint inauguration ceremony of President Mori and members of the 17th Congress of the Federated States of Micronesia in Palikir, capital of Micronesia. During the stay, Wang also met with President Mori, Congress Speaker Figir and Secretary of the Department of Health and Social Affairs Skilling respectively.

The inauguration ceremony

Wang conveyed greetings of the Chinese leaders to the leaders of Micronesia's new government and congress and extended congratulations to them on behalf of the Chinese government and people. He spoke highly of the development of the bilateral relations since the two countries established diplomatic ties 22 years ago and expressed admiration on Micronesia's adherence to the one-China policy. He said that China is willing to work with Micronesia to strengthen the bilateral exchanges at all levels, deepen the bilateral pragmatic cooperation in various fields, step up coordination and communications on both regional and international issues and further enhance the bilateral friendly relations.

Meeting with President Mori

President Mori and other leaders of Micronesia extended welcome to Wang and thanked the Chinese government for its long-term assistance to Micronesia's economic and social development. They said that Micronesia attaches great importance to developing relations with China and will unswervingly pursue the one-China policy. They expect to strengthen the exchanges and cooperation with China in all fields and continue to develop the bilateral ties.

Meeting with Speaker Figir

During the stay in Micronesia, Wang held talks with all the members of the Chinese medical team stationed in Chuuk and inspected a number of projects built with the assistance of China, including the Pohnpei government building, China-Micronesia Friendship Sports Center and a demonstration farm.

Meeting with Secretary of the Department of Health and Social Affairs Skilling

Chinese Ambassador to the Federated States of Micronesia Zhang Weidong was present at those activities.

Holding talks with the Chinese medical team in Chuuk